Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

• This position will be focused on eliminating waste in manufacturing processes and applying innovative systems to improve workflows though in-house machine shop. As a member of the Methods group, this role will provide CNC programming support to the Manufacturing department while keeping Quality and Engineering updated on any status changes as well as integrating their feedback into future efficiency improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interact with Manufacturing personnel to oversee initial program releases, troubleshoot problems, and provide technical assistance during the manufacturing process to ensure CNC program/process reliability.
• Determine optimal manufacturing processing and perform MRP routing maintenance as well as setup documentation for each job.
• Develop / improve jigs and fixtures and implement new tooling for all machining operations.
• Participate in Quality MRB meetings to document rework routings and initiate corrective actions.
• Review and update work procedures as well as identify and implement process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and drive cost savings
• Propose capital expenditures that increase throughput while reducing costs.
• Proactively contribute to Buffalo Pumps’ Business Development initiatives

Education/Experience

• 4 yr. bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, Industrial or a similar engineering discipline.
• 5 years minimum experience within an ETO manufacturing environment

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent and active verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly effective planning, organizational, and project execution skills
• High attention to detail and precision
• Strong drive for improvement, initiative, and closure
• Highly team oriented
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products to organize and communicate
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills